Successful Management of a Large Cerebral Hydatid Cyst in a Maasai Child From an Endemic Region: A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: TUmaini Mchihiyo, Peter Kyombya, Eric Joseph, Dyllan Omwenga, Chibueze Agwu, Mujaheed Suleman, Alex Mremi, Marieke Cornelia Johanna Dekker, Happiness Rabiel
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72979
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Abstract

A 5-year-old girl from an endemic area presented with progressive hemiparesis.Imaging revealed a large right frontoparietal cyst.Preoperative antiparasitic treatment was administered prior to a PAIR-D craniotomy, resulting in the successful removal of the cyst intact.Histopathology confirmed E. granulosus.The patient achieved complete motor recovery after surgery and continued with albendazole.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Parasitic infections in humans and animals Parasite Biology and Host Interactions

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Volume
14
Issue
6
Pages
e72979–e72979
Publication date
1 June 2026
Language
EN